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UC Davis ITS study suggests hastening consumer adoption of plug-ins will require innovation on the sales side

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A study by researchers at the Institute of Transportation Studies, UC Davis finds that buyers of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) are substantially less satisfied with the dealer purchase experience than buyers of conventional vehicles—with the notable exception of Tesla buyers. In some cases, dealers outright discouraged PEV purchases.

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Rise of Indian used car market; set to exceed 10 mn units by FY28 – ET Auto

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While the purchasing power may be different, customer aspirations are the same. While the purchasing power may be different, customer aspirations are the same. Gupta recalled that in 2016-17, the penetration of finance was hardly 7%. Mahindra FirstChoice enables used car sales through inspections before it goes for financing.

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California ARB approves ACC II rule; 100% of LDVs to be PHEVS, ZEV by 2035; LEV IV emissions requirements

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The regulation applies to automakers (not dealers) and covers only new vehicle sales. They include: Clean Cars 4 All provides up to $9,500 to low-income drivers who scrap their older vehicles and want to purchase something that runs cleaner.

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Ford introduces F-150 Lightning Pro electric pickup targeted at commercial customers

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The Pro joins E-Transit in the lineup of Ford work-ready electric vehicles, backed by a nationwide network offering EV-certified fleet sales, service and financing. It also features a rugged, water-tight space strong enough to store 400 pounds of cement bags. —Ted Cannis, general manager, Ford North America commercial business.

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Profile: Li-ion Battery and Pack Supplier Valence Technology

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The Smith website mentions that Sainsbury, a UK grocery store with on-line food ordering, aims to have 20% of their home delivery fleet electrified by 2009. The vehicle is slated to arrive at select Ford dealers in 2010. According to the US DOE/EIA, the US average total tax for a gallon of diesel was $0.43/gallon Hydro-Quebec lawsuit.

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From Marketing ICE Cars To Electric Cars: Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions 

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The bulk of the populace has become accustomed to purchasing online. While many individuals contemplate buying an electric vehicle (36 to 80% of automobile purchasers, depending on the market), just a small percentage actually do (2 to 5%). Both OEMs and their dealers may face difficulties as a result of this difference.

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Visiting PURE EV factory | Startup Showcase | ETryst electric motorcycle first look

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Some Dealer Stories We started the trip by doing some customer stories. Also talked to one of the 6 dealers in Hyderabad - the young Vinay Reddy of B-Drive Motors. There are training programs for dealers sales and service executives. So PURE ’s working capital seems to be dealer financed to a large extent.